COMMISSIONER ELIAS AROUT Commissioner Elias Arout was born and raised on Staten Island, graduating from Alexander Hamilton Vocational High School, and has actively represented his home borough on the Commission since 1988. A consummate community volunteer since 1957, Commissioner Arout is also a veteran of the Armed Forces and a retired member of the Housing Police. Commissioner Arout retired as a photographer First Class from the U.S. Naval Air Reserve after 26 years of service, including two years of active duty during the Korean conflict. He is also a current member of Staten Island Council Knights of Columbus as well as a Past Grand Knight, a Past Chapter Chairman and Past District Deputy of the organization and is currently serving his second year as President of AARP #1424 of Staten Island. He is also a Former County Commander for the Richmond County American Legion. Among the highlights of Commissioner Arout’s distinguished tenure with the TLC was his instrumental role in the opening of the Staten Island Taxi and Limousine Commission Licensing and Adjudication Satellite Office. He currently lives in Staten Island with his wife Margaret.
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